Our next Junior Lawyer Group meeting will be via webinar on Tuesday 24 June, 12 noon – 1.30pm on writing effective emails.
With so much of our communication being via email …
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Junior Lawyers Group – Developing your career (In person meeting, including lunch)
Our first Junior Lawyers in-person session of the year will take place on Tuesday, 25 March 2025 at 2.00pm- 4.30pm (Lunch from 12.15pm) at Manchester Chamber of Commerce
This will focus …
Information Law (In Person)
All Levels – includes Lunch
Information law experts from Capsticks and Browne Jacobson will deliver a tailored training session designed to empower your team with the knowledge and skills needed to …
Development Agreements in person workshop
This free, in person workshop will be delivered by our two partner firms Capsticks and Browne Jacobson and includes lunch at 1.30pm.
Delegates will work through a scenario looking at the …
Governance, Best Value, advising Committees and providing legal advice on Cabinet reports
Level: Beginner
This introductory session which is aimed at junior lawyers will cover
• Local authority governance structures
• Key powers including the General Power of Competence under the Localism Act
• …
How to successfully defend a procurement challenge
Level: Intermediate
Discussion of steps to take from receipt of correspondence from unsuccessful bidders at the conclusion of a procurement process. The webinar will explore:
• Key provisions under the Procurement Act …
Inquests and their dilemmas (based on a case study)
Level: Intermediate
This session will cover:
• Identifying and addressing risk which could give rise to a prevention of future deaths report
• Navigating grievances and disciplinary / performance concerns during the …
The impact of poorly behaved councillors on officer / member relations, and how to manage it
Level: Intermediate
A review of the public and employment law obligations and responsibilities when dealing with misconduct by senior councillors against officers and members and practical considerations
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Subsidy Control – complying with the legislation in practice
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
This is a beginner/intermediate session giving a broad overview of the Subsidy Control Act 2022, for those who need to have an understanding of subsidy control in their role.
We …
Judicial Review – introduction to JR practice and procedure with practical tips
Level: Beginner
Public Law expert Peter Edwards will provide a “Judicial Review 101” covering the essentials for lawful decision-making; key stages in JR proceedings; evidential requirements and practical tips.
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